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Canadian Women Advance to Speedskating Gold Medal Race

Canada's women's speedskating team secured their spot in the gold medal race by defeating the United States in the semifinals.

The trio of Ivanie Blondin, Isabelle Weidemann, and Valerie Maltais advanced to Tuesday's final after a decisive win over the U.S.

The team aims to defend their 2022 Olympic title. Their victory ensures Canada will take home at least 12 medals from the Milano Cortina Games.